December 2010 Notable Toys — Vehicles - Small Toy

15252 RC2 ERTL John Deere - 400D Articulated Dump Truck. 1:50 scale diecast collectible model. This 400D Articulated farm tractor is a 7.75"L x 3"W x 3.25"H die-cast metal with openable hood & dumpable bed. Individually packed in a window box. Box size: 9.5"L x 4.75"W x 5"H. Manufactured by RC2 Brands. Item 15252 is in ORANGE color.
— Cynthia Phillips Strinich, owner of Phillip's Toy Mart in Nashville, Tenn., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2012 survey that John Deere branded die-cast toys are their best sellers in the category.

This ready-to-run slot car is designed on a 1/24 scale and measures 4.5”. It features a brass chassis, DeathStar 16D motor, 9/30 Spec gearing and printed FCR tires. The COT body design sports a rear spoiler and front end splitter.
— Parma was the top-selling slot car brand for Susan Swickard, owner of the Talking Teddy in Estes Park, Colo. in 2010.

Harry Allen loves trucks. His immaculately restored 1964 Willys Jeep was recently featured in the New York Times, but it was his fond memories of playing in the dirt that lead him to the idea of "Pickup". The beauty of any pickup truck is its utilitarian aesthetic - four strong wheels and the capacity to haul cargo. Harry had function on his mind as he cast a toy truck and turned it into a catch-all bowl.  "Pickup" is functional art for the home.  Available now in chrome or white, coming soon in gold, neon orange, and Limited Edition blue chrome.

  The GeoTrax Christmas In ToyTown RC Train Set features working lights in each of the cars that automatically activates lights in the mini-sites as it passes by, 2 moveable street lights, a bridge that plays holiday music and lights up 4 lamp posts along with the track underneath the bridge, and a skating rink w/spot lights.  Also included are 16 Pieces of durable, Snap-Lock track, holiday decor that snaps onto the guard rails, street lamps, a bridge, a Station, and Signs that can be placed throughout the set.
— As of 10.25.2010, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 4 reviews on ToysRUs.com and this product was listed No. 25 in ToysRUs.com's best-selling toys.  PROS: Easy to assemble.

Cruise on the surface or dive for underwater fun, with this replica 1942 Balao/Gato class submarine. The submarine works in the bathtub and the pool and features adjustable diving planes and an adjustable rudder, so one can control diving, surfacing and steering.

Built from the vaults of history this replica of the Titanic cruises on the water surface. This Titanic works in the bathtub and the pool and features adjustable rudder, so one can control its voyage.

The Strong Arm Fire Engine is a new free-wheeling vehicle with a multi-action trigger-lever built right in. Pull and rev up the lever and watch the sparks fly in the arm’s window as the siren wails. Squeeze the lever’s trigger to raise the fire engine’s ladder. This sturdy vehicle is kid-powered with plenty of playtime action.
Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010

Kids can watch Chuck the Dump Truck as he zooms and flips through this stunt park play set. This stunt set features lights, sounds, moveable track pieces, and a hand-crank elevator. The toy also comes with a Tonka Chuck & Friends storybook.

Air Hogs MotoFrenzy is designed to be the world's smallest remote-control motorbike. Measuring 3.25" x 2.25", it comes with an action figure and can do jumps and sharp turns without losing its balance.

This collection includes four scenes including County Roads, Hot Pursuit, Hitchin’ a Ride and new to the bunch, Road Racers. These replicas feature opening hoods, detailed engines, real rubber tires, metal body and chassis, detailed graphics and custom license plates, and are officially licensed.

Kids can take a drive on the wild side with this full-size Blue T900 Truck. This big blue truck features a universal connector system, enabling the rapid interchange of parts so that drivers can expand their creative play to take on new adventures.

This Automoblox pack is designed to make playtime fun and creative. The Automoblox hot rod minis feature a universal connector system that enables the rapid interchange of parts, and are conveniently sized for on-the-go car design. The set includes a red/black HR1, a black/gray HRw and a red/chrome HR3.
— Jeanette Lauture, owner of Aunt Jean’s Toys & Treats in Montclair, N.J., sells approximately 4 to 10 per month.